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… Cardiomyopathy: Risk of Sudden Death On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Some people who have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are at high risk for sudden death. It can occur at any age, but it … and died suddenly. Have fainted (syncope). Have had low blood pressure during or after exercise. Have extreme …
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… Von Willebrand Disease On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is von Willebrand … When you have this problem, it takes longer for your blood to form clots, so you bleed for a longer time than … don't have a certain protein in your blood. Or you may have low levels of the protein or a form of it that's not normal. …
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… On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Related Information Treatment Overview Antioxidants are … that take place in your body. Examples include burning sugars for energy and releasing digestive enzymes to break … rather than from supplements. Taking supplements in high doses can be harmful. No single antioxidant alone can …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Most … sunglasses can be burned if they're exposed to the high-intensity light of a welder's equipment (torch or arc) … a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Do you have diabetes or a weakened immune system? What weakens the …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Swelling is … such as peripheral arterial disease , heart failure , diabetes , or kidney disease. Thrombophlebitis causes … started soon after you began using a new medicine or a higher dose of a medicine. Yes Medicine may be causing …
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… checkup that includes: Listening to your heart Taking your blood pressure Measuring your height and weight Abdominal … group, rh type, and antibody screen To screen for the following STIs: HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia To screen … breech, or caesarean birth? Do you and your partner lead a high-risk lifestyle? Do you have any medical conditions that …
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… Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview One of the most important … Alcohol Lack of certain vitamins Miscarriage Stillbirth Low birth weight Intellectual disability Heart problems … Delayed motor skills Learning problems Heroin or opioids High blood pressure during pregnancy (pre-eclampsia) …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview … birth weight was 1250 g (2.8 lb) or less, or who are at high risk for vision problems. Most vision problems are … a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Do you have diabetes or a weakened immune system? What weakens the …
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… Other Chemicals in Our Environment When to Call a Doctor Related Information Overview What is an … problems, most commonly in children. It can also cause high blood pressure, brain damage, and stomach and kidney … quality by getting rid of the source of pollution. Don't allow smoking in your house. If smokers live in or visit your …
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… Sickle Cell Trait On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Sickle cell trait occurs when a … such as intense exercise, overheating, or being at a high altitude. If you exercise intensely or are a … fatigue, or are out of breath. How it's diagnosed A simple blood test can show whether you have sickle cell trait. …
